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Nature has a gentle way of shaping spaces, whether it’s sunlight that filters through tall trees or the gentle rise of green hills around our small-town western Pennsylvania. For anyone…

How far should plants be from foundation walls? Home foundation plants should be at least three to four feet from the home foundation, while larger shrubs should be five feet…

Step outside and glance at the front garden. Does it feel calm? A lawn is not just turf, it reflects personal style, routine, and mood. In Murrysville, well-kept lawns aren’t…

As landscape professionals, we often get asked whether people should use landscape fabric (aka, “weed fabric”) on their lawns, gardens, and landscapes. This is the carpet- or sheet-like material that...

What makes EarthCraft so special? We discovered it comes down to just three simple values: goodwill, continuous improvement, and responsibility. These three principles drive everything we do at EarthCraft. From...

Brighten up these dreary days! Winter in western Pennsylvania can be awfully dreary. Our lawns and landscapes - formerly lush and vibrant - are now cloaked in grays and beiges....

Have you had the unsettling experience of finding the mulch or soil in your garden covered with a suddenly appearing…something…that looks like dog vomit?  Then you may have had an...

Pavers come in two distinct forms: Thru-Mix and Face-Mix. They each come with their own set of pros and cons so you’ll want to determine which one is right for...

Many homeowners struggle with what to put between their paving stones. Improper installation can lead to shifting pavers, staining, ineffective draining, and other problems that can persist throughout the years....

You may have heard people talking about a product called landscape fabric or even seen it in your local home and garden section. But what is it? And is it...